It is very secure but... Not exactly smooth yet.  

 I agree, depending on what you value more:
Privacy:
SimpleX > Signal

User experience:
SimpleX < Signal 

 What about telegram? 

 Not encrypted by default, vague monetization strategy,  don't trust the founders  

 You mean recordchatgram? Not safe at all
 

 Nothing is perfect, but SimpleX is the best I’ve come across so far. 

 Use session app  

 Me too 

 I use Signal for personal contacts, Matrix (specifically Element) for coordinated discussion and Session if I want something anonymous. 

 Go for simplex! It works fine on android  

 Simplex compared to others is the best open source chat application for privacy. I only know of one other one that is like simplex but is currently in an alpha state & bareboned with it's development which is.
 https://tryquiet.org 

But yes simplex is the best speaking of that lets make a room there & chat it up. 

 If anyone tries quiet you can join the first community here.
https://tryquiet.org/join#Qme1GZYeQzwfTDE6QNKrp54ZMC9FnqoZdKY2xoCoMYjoBg=u32veh7373tqzfmo55fou2fss2vnjwbjtbdhweje2jfoyfdiem6c5qyd&k=f5XkDoeV9LWRzrxuvodWe1dC8waCViPI%2FyI5wMAvwBc%3D&o=0341fb4ac7dce59600698773bf2f47234eedcf9641ea6fb516783da71c94e1a56f 

 Hello again Simplex is still the best in comparison to others with it's protocols you really can ensure no interception. The only bad thing I could say is fat mat you ui & notifications always on will obliterate your battery %. Other then that it's the best to chat on!
 

 SimpleX, and with a @Start9 server you can self-host the communication on your own server as well.  

 Is it only through TOR?  

 Yes, but @Start9 is working on clearnet integration for their services. Not 100% sure if clearnet would also apply for SimpleX. 

 Thanks for the info! 🙏 it'll be great if clearnet was an option.  

 It certainly will! 

 Simplex chat with a self hosted relay